Japan’s First Location! “CARDIO BARRE,” the Barre Exercise Popular Among Hollywood Celebrities, Opens on April 20

Hello, this is PR Sunny-chan!

Now, we would like to introduce another Japan debut from the PR projects handled by SUNNY SIDE UP!

Based primarily in California, USA, “CARDIO BARRE” is a women-only barre exercise program that boasts popularity among Hollywood celebrities!

Following the massive success of the 5-day limited-time “CARDIO BARRE” pop-up event held last autumn, it was decided that the brand would make a full-scale entry into Japan. On Thursday, April 20, the exercise studio officially opened in Jiyugaoka!

As for the type of exercise, it is a barre-based workout set to up-tempo music that incorporates ballet movements to develop a supple, feminine core.
It is an exercise program supported by many Hollywood celebrities, including Ashlee Simpson and Dakota Fanning!

On the day before the opening, a facility preview and special trial lesson were held for members of the press. Our PR representative, Sunny-chan, went to explore the appeal of “CARDIO BARRE” and discover firsthand why it is so popular among Hollywood stars!

Here is a look at the event!!
The session began with a warm-up, followed by barre lessons incorporating ballet techniques.

First, founder Richard Giorla and the instructors performed a demonstration lesson for the media. While the movements look elegant and not overly intense, making it appear easy, there is a vast difference between watching and actually doing it!

While difficult ballet choreography or extreme flexibility are not particularly required, as a ballet beginner, I found it surprisingly
hard (haha) to maintain a straight posture and keep my limbs extended beautifully throughout the exercises. It works muscles that are not typically used, and I can see how it would be effective for toning the lower body and hips!

This pose was also quite challenging! (haha)

However, as the lesson progressed, I became more conscious of lengthening my spine and extending my toes, and I could feel my core being naturally strengthened!
The reason “CARDIO BARRE” is so popular among women may lie in the ability to exercise while performing the supple, feminine movements of ballet.

I also believe that being able to enjoy the exercise with a dance-like feel to up-tempo music is another reason for its
popularity! After all, being able to get in shape while having fun is the best approach!

Since this was a trial session, the lesson was shorter than a standard class, but even so, I could feel my muscles tingling and working by the end. Please come and experience this trending barre exercise, where you can aim for a supple and beautiful body while having fun!

CARDIO BARRE Jiyugaoka
Website: http://cardio-barre.jp/